There are many ways to approach a plumbing design task for multifamily projects. 

ThermOmegaTech delves into the need for cold water recirculation systems and explains the need for thermostatic balancing. 

These motors feature a variety of engineering considerations that set them apart from their surface-mounted counterparts. 

Plumbing engineers should get involved as early as possible to understand equipment requirements, staff workflows, needed source equipment and space considerations.

Economic trends, such as rising prices for raw materials; challenges, including supply chain issues and labor shortages; and technology disruptors, such as the Internet of Things, will require manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and retailers to be nimble in the coming year.

Last month, I started telling the story of how I got involved in plumbing design and how it was a matter of plumbing design choosing me. This is a continuation of that story.

Many sources of untreated water can be reused on-site to reduce a building’s reliance on potable water.